The following pets are available from Coastal Pet Rescue. For information on any of these pets, please call 228-3538 or e-mail adoption@coastalpetrescue.org.

Bluebelle has a very outgoing personality and gets along well with her playmate. Bluebelle has had her first shots and been de-wormed. She will be spayed and microchipped prior to adoption.

Margarita is a sweet girl that prefers to attach herself to one person. She loves to carry her toys and sit in your lap. She would prefer a home where she could be the center of attention. She is current on shots and heartworm negative. She will be spayed and microchipped prior to adoption.

Bob was abandoned at Fort Pulaski. He's afraid of people at first, but is a sweet kitten. He was initially thought to be a bob-tail, but it turns out that something bit his tail. Because of the amount of bone left exposed, he is having surgery so as to not cause issues later in life. He has had his first vet visit and de-worming. He will be microchipped and neutered prior to adoption.

The following pets are available from Save-a-Life. Adoptions take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday and 6-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at PetSmart on Abercorn between Lowe's and Home Depot. Adoption fee covers the cost of spay/neuter, vaccination and health check. Call 598-7729 for an appointment or go to www.savealifepets.org.

Iris is thought to be about 6 years old. She was tied in someone's backyard, never groomed and just neglected. Because of the hair in her eyes constantly, she is almost blind. But Iris is still a sweet girl.

The following pets are available from The Humane Society Chatham-Savannah. Applications are available at The Humane Society, 7215 Sallie Mood Drive. For a complete list of available pets, go to www.HumaneSocietySAV.org. To learn about The Humane Society Volunteer & Foster programs, call Nancy Richards at 354-9515 or e-mail nrichards@HumaneSocietySAV.org.

Minnie is an 8-month-old shepherd mix. She is a social pup and is full of love. Minnie is housebroken and would be a great pet for a family that loves outing and is on the go. She plays well with other dogs and knows her basic commands.

Panda is a 1-year-old Australian shepherd mix. He is a bit of a goofball, but is a fun-loving and happy dog. Panda is great with other kids as well as with other dogs.

Marley is a 3-year-old Boxer mix. He loves to be by his owner's side, lying down or walking. He is housebroken and knows commands. Marley is very mellow and well-behaved.

The following pets are available from Georgia Animal Rescue and Defence, 100 Dichroic Dragon Drive, Pembroke, GA 31321. Appointments are necessary to visit the shelter. Other adoptable animals are available to view at www.gardonline.org/. GARD has pet adoption events every Saturday 4-8 p.m. at Pet Supermarket in Chatham Plaza. For appointments and to learn about GARD, call 653-2480.

GARD rescued these puppies from animal control. They appear to be Min Pin/Beagle mixes and are approximately 8 weeks old. There are five of them, and each is up to date on shots and has been de-wormed.